Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LE12 · Leicestershire
361
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
NN2 · Northamptonshire
281
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Northampton has less crime — 281 vs 361 incidents in April 2026.
Loughborough saw somewhat more crime than Northampton in April 2026 (361 vs 281 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Loughborough sees higher rates of Shoplifting (93), while Northampton has more Public order (25). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Northampton recorded fewer crimes than Loughborough — 281 vs 361 incidents. That is 22% fewer crimes. Loughborough is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Loughborough saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Northampton had more Public order. Overall, Northampton recorded fewer total crimes (281 vs 361).